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Jan. 16, 2022

Home Sellers in Chicago - Success Story. Get Your Home Sold!

Attention Chicago Home Sellers

A Challenge Turned into a Success!

When our clients contacted us in early June, they were very frustrated!  Their home had been on the market for a year and a half, was listed with two different real estate agents, but they had not been able to ...

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Aug. 17, 2021

One Bennett Park: New Luxury Condos in Streeterville

One Bennett - Chicago Luxury Condos

(Original post 04/2016)

In Chicago’s energetic and desirable Streeterville neighborhood, luxury condos at One Bennett Park provide an exclusive location and new, energy-efficient construction. Let’s look closer at One Bennett Park and see why this new Chicago building is one of the hottest places to buy and live in ...

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Aug. 4, 2021

Exploring the Gold Coast’s Best: 10 E Delaware Condos for Sale

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In the market for a condo offering the very best of Chicago residential real estate? Look no further than 10 East Delaware, the shining gem of Chicago’s central Gold Coast neighborhood. These luxury condos are some of the most desirable on the market. Let’s look at the details and accessibility ...

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Aug. 3, 2021

Lincoln Park 3-flats: Buying and Selling in one of Chicago’s best neighborhoods

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(Original post date 01-2018)

Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a three-flat in Chicago, Lincoln Park is a good place to be. This timeless Chicago neighborhood has beautiful architecture, lakefront access, and some of the best shopping, dining, and local culture in the city.

Lincoln Park 3 flats

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July 23, 2021

Why Is A Home Inspection So Important?

Chicago home inspection

A home inspection gives buyers the opportunity to examine every inch of a prospective property. Here’s how home inspections work, why they’re so important, and how you can use your inspection to help you make the critical decision on whether or not to buy a home.

The Importance of a ...

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June 2, 2021

1% Listing fee: The Disadvantages of Working with Discount Agencies

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If you’re looking to buy or sell a home, you’ve probably considered working with a real estate company or platform that offers a discounted rate or cash back at closing. Discount agencies offer helpful tools and deals that you can access from your own computer and promise to save you ...

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Feb. 4, 2021

FHA 203k Rehab Loan in Chicago

Buying a home using a 203k rehab loan

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Have you ever turned down a near-perfect house because the renovations look too big to handle? There’s a loan option that not many buyers know about that can change their search for a home or investment property: the FHA 203k rehab loan ...

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Dec. 4, 2020

What is a Buyer’s Agent, and Why Should You Work with One?

Chicago Buyer's Real Estate Agent

How important is a buyer’s agent, and why do you need one to help with your home buying process? A designated buyer’s agent actually offers some distinct advantages that can help you make smart decisions in the search for your next property. Finding a committed realtor before you start looking ...

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July 16, 2020

Buying a Fixer Upper in Chicago

Buying a fixer upper

If you’re interested in buying a multi-family home in Chicago, a fixer-upper is an ideal investment. A fixer-upper is a home that needs repairs and will require renovation work. 

There are many reasons to buy a fixer-upper in Chicago. If you’re picky about interior design or want a property ...

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June 23, 2020

Buying a 2 Flat in Chicago: 5 Simple Tips

Buying or Selling Chicago 2 Flats

The “Two Flat” is a major part of Chicago history. One of the most common real estate options on the market, a 2 Flat is a two-story building with a legal apartment on each floor.

Many of them were built as far back as the 1910s and continue to be ...

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